1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2012 Toyota 4Runner

To start off, 2012 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio. 2012 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Fiat Palio 2012 Toyota 4Runner
Make Fiat Toyota
Model Palio 4Runner
Year Released 1999 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1497 cc 4000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 75 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 376 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1050 kg 2155 kg
Vehicle Length 4140 mm 4823 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1925 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1885 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2789 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 51 L 87 L


 

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